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The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) is Scotland's premier independent marine science organisation generating new knowledge for the benefit of the marine environment and society since 1884.
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Our science works for a greater understanding of ocean systems, improved predictions of coastal futures and a sustainable ocean-based economy.
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150 students study full-time at SAMS on programmes lasting between 1 and 4 years.
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- Ocean Explorer Centre
- Capturing our Coast
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We are helping business succeed in a productive ocean environment offering bespoke consultancy, training, conference and research facilities, and rental space in our business incubator.
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- SAMS Research Services Ltd consultancy
- European Marine Science Park (HIE)
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Be a happy marine science student

at the university on the beach
Study marine science

...for curious minds and outdoor adventurers

Course offered through the University of the Highlands and Islands

Undergraduate marine science courses
Become an expert marine scientist

Join our graduate school: MSc, MPhil, PhD

Become part of the SAMS success story...

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Our research is global - like the ocean

International students are part of who we are

Studying abroad broadens minds and opportunities

For international student candidates
Our campus - your field station

Diverse habitats and excellent facilities

We also offer short CPD courses

Click here for our field station

We're a little different

While SAMS is independent, we are one of 13 partners that make up the University of the Highlands and Islands. Most of our students are thus UHI students.